Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
MASTERGUARD CORPORATION
Quick Summary
- •Released 54,408 lbs of toxic chemicals to the environment in the most recent TRI reporting year.
- •Currently out of compliance in at least one environmental program (CAA, CWA, or RCRA).
- •Assessed $0 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
-
1200 E 8TH ST
VEEDERSBURG, IN 47987
View on map ↗ - County
- FOUNTAIN County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 336390
- Inspections
- 11 · last Aug 27, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Oct 24, 2008
- Registry ID
- 110000404474
How This Compares
#108
of 804 TRI reporters in IN
#1,609
of 16,877 TRI reporters in Manufacturing
Ranked by most recent year's total TRI releases.
Compliance Status (Last 12 Quarters)
Number of calendar quarters, out of the last 12, in which this facility was in violation of its permit. Zero means no recorded violations in that program over the past three years.
1
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
6
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
1
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
TRI Toxic Chemical Releases
Annual pounds of each toxic chemical released to air, water, and land, as reported to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Carcinogen (♦) and PFAS designations are per EPA and IARC classifications.
Emissions Trend (2015–2024)
+60% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 78,344 | — |
| 2016 | 76,458 | -2% |
| 2017 | 54,408 | -29% |
| 2018 | 83,736 | +54% |
| 2019 | 27,868 | -67% |
| 2020 | 102,336 | +267% |
| 2021 | 119,764 | +17% |
| 2022 | 66,309 | -45% |
| 2023 | 75,403 | +14% |
| 2024 | 125,246 | +66% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 140 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 107,371 | 107,371 | — | — | 144,780 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 17,799 | 17,799 | — | — | 31,706 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nickel compounds | 65 | 24 | 42 | — | 137,053 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 10 | 1 | 9 | — | 64,184 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 56 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 61,928 | 61,928 | — | — | 154,606 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 8,082 | 8,082 | — | — | 34,697 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 5,292 | 5,292 | — | — | 10,111 | |
| Nickel compounds | 50 | 20 | 30 | — | 63,870 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 34 | 5 | 29 | — | 2,927 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 17 | 1 | 16 | — | 27,395 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 33 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 38,537 | 38,537 | — | — | 81,679 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 19,026 | 19,021 | 5 | — | 22,005 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 8,594 | 8,594 | — | — | 16,627 | |
| Nickel compounds | 123 | 48 | 75 | — | 46,093 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 21 | 6 | 15 | — | 2,783 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 8 | 1 | 7 | — | 6,644 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 34 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 72,266 | 72,261 | 5 | — | 133,818 | |
| Toluene | 26,923 | 26,918 | 5 | — | 17,423 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 20,432 | 20,427 | 5 | — | 23,485 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nickel compounds | 77 | 72 | 6 | — | 49,669 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 61 | 6 | 55 | — | 2,418 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 5 | 1 | 4 | — | 18,791 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 54,491 | 54,486 | 5 | — | 134,388 | |
| Toluene | 30,545 | 30,540 | 5 | — | 14,421 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 17,128 | 17,123 | 5 | — | 23,594 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 118 | 6 | 112 | — | 7,296 | |
| Nickel compounds | 46 | 21 | 26 | — | 48,783 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 8 | 1 | 7 | — | 9,656 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 52 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 27,863 | 27,858 | 5 | — | 16,255 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 5 | 1 | 5 | — | 43,084 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 129 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 34,067 | 34,062 | 5 | — | 99,579 | |
| Toluene | 27,219 | 27,214 | 5 | — | 18,149 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 22,350 | 22,345 | 5 | — | 17,503 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nickel compounds | 52 | 29 | 23 | — | 64,523 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 44 | 6 | 38 | — | 1,816 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4 | 1 | 4 | — | 7,381 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 277 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylbenzene | 20,884 | 20,884 | — | — | 14,276 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 16,944 | 16,944 | — | — | 81,439 | |
| Toluene | 16,495 | 16,495 | — | — | 10,969 | |
| Zinc compounds | 44 | 6 | 38 | — | 17,634 | |
| Nickel compounds | 33 | 10 | 23 | — | 58,052 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 8 | 4 | 3 | — | 12,405 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 558 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 44,119 | 44,114 | 5 | — | 82,218 | |
| Toluene | 21,802 | 21,797 | 5 | — | 11,743 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 10,363 | 10,358 | 5 | — | 14,434 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 83 | 5 | 78 | — | 16,388 | |
| Nickel compounds | 76 | 36 | 41 | — | 73,672 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 15 | 9 | 6 | — | 14,558 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 122 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 54,285 | 54,280 | 5 | — | 79,769 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 13,952 | 13,947 | 5 | — | 14,006 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 9,939 | 9,934 | 5 | — | 6,449 | |
| Zinc compounds | 109 | 6 | 103 | — | 14,321 | |
| Nickel compounds | 43 | 24 | 19 | — | 90,838 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 15 | 3 | 12 | — | 9,304 | |
| Lead compounds | 1 | 0 | 1 | — | 5,528 |
Waste Management & Recycling
How this facility manages toxic chemicals beyond direct releases — through recycling, energy recovery, and on-site or off-site treatment. Data from the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Released | Recycled | Energy Recovery | Treated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | 144,073 | — | 707 |
| Ethylbenzene | — | 25,347 | — | 6,359 |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 52,992 | — | — |
| Nickel compounds | — | 88,675 | — | — |
| Lead compounds | — | 106 | — | — |
Off-Site Transfer Destinations
Facilities to which toxic chemicals were transferred for disposal, recycling, energy recovery, or treatment during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Destination | Chemical | Disposal | Recycling | Energy Rec. | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
RECLAIMED ENERGY DIVISION SUPERIOR OIL COMPANY INCORPORATED
CONNERSVILLE, IN
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | 144,073 | — | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | 707 |
|
FLEX N GATE
COVINGTON, IN
|
Nickel compounds | 44,760 | — | — | — |
|
AGMET METALS
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH
|
Nickel compounds | — | 88,675 | — | — |
|
ARCWOOD ENVIRONMENTAL
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
|
Nickel compounds | 3,364 | — | — | — |
|
RECLAIMED ENERGY DIVISION SUPERIOR OIL COMPANY INCORPORATED
CONNERSVILLE, IN
|
Ethylbenzene | — | 25,347 | — | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Ethylbenzene | — | — | — | 6,359 |
|
AGMET METALS
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 52,992 | — | — |
|
ARCWOOD ENVIRONMENTAL
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 10,931 | — | — | — |
|
AGMET METALS
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH
|
Lead compounds | — | 101 | — | — |
|
ARCWOOD ENVIRONMENTAL
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
|
Lead compounds | — | 5 | — | — |
Transfers to Publicly-Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
Toxic chemicals transferred to municipal wastewater treatment plants during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Transferred (lbs) | POTW |
|---|---|---|
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 260 | VEEDERSBURG MUNICIPAL WWTP, VEEDERSBURG |
| Lead compounds | 34 | VEEDERSBURG MUNICIPAL WWTP, VEEDERSBURG |
| Ethylbenzene | — | VEEDERSBURG MUNICIPAL WWTP, VEEDERSBURG |
| Nickel compounds | 254 | VEEDERSBURG MUNICIPAL WWTP, VEEDERSBURG |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | VEEDERSBURG MUNICIPAL WWTP, VEEDERSBURG |
Compliance Violations
Individual permit violations recorded by the EPA across air, water, and hazardous waste programs. Open violations are unresolved as of the most recent ECHO data update.
| Program | Type | Violation Date | Return to Compliance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Aug 27, 2025 | — | Open |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Application Incomplete | Aug 27, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | May 2, 2025 | — | Open |
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Jun 19, 2024 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - Improper Operation and Maintenance | Jun 19, 2024 | — | Open |
| cwa | Monitoring Violations - Invalid/Unrepresentative Sample | Jun 19, 2024 | — | Open |
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Improper/ Incorrect Reporting | Jun 19, 2024 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - No Licensed/Certified Operator | Feb 1, 2024 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - Improper Operation and Maintenance | Feb 1, 2024 | — | Open |
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Feb 1, 2024 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 30, 2023 | Jun 6, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Mar 30, 2023 | Jun 6, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | ID and Listing of HW: General | Mar 30, 2023 | Jun 6, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Mar 30, 2023 | Jun 6, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 12, 2012 | Jun 18, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 11, 2012 | Jun 4, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 28, 2008 | Jul 16, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Jul 14, 2006 | Aug 20, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 14, 2006 | Aug 20, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 14, 2006 | Aug 20, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jul 14, 2006 | Aug 20, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jul 14, 2006 | Aug 20, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jun 18, 2003 | Oct 1, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 18, 2003 | Oct 1, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 18, 2003 | Oct 1, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Apr 26, 1999 | Nov 16, 1999 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 26, 1999 | Nov 16, 1999 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 26, 1999 | Nov 16, 1999 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 13, 1996 | May 7, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Dec 13, 1996 | May 7, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Dec 13, 1996 | May 7, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Dec 13, 1996 | May 7, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 13, 1996 | May 7, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Dec 13, 1996 | May 7, 1997 | Resolved |
Discharge Limit Exceedances
Instances where this facility's reported discharge monitoring results exceeded its permitted limits under the Clean Water Act. Exceedance percentage shows how far over the permit limit the discharge was.
| Pollutant | Violation | Reported | Limit | Exceedance | Period | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.03 mg/L | 0.02 | +25% | Dec 2025 | Open |
| Cyanide, total [as CN] | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.01 mg/L | 0.00 | +25% | Sep 2025 | Resolved |
| Oil and grease, hexane extr method | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 30.80 mg/L | 25.00 | +23% | Sep 2025 | Open |
| Cyanide, total [as CN] | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.01 mg/L | 0.00 | +100% | Aug 2025 | Resolved |
| Cyanide, total [as CN] | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.02 mg/L | 0.01 | +80% | Aug 2025 | Open |
| Oil and grease, hexane extr method | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 26.70 mg/L | 25.00 | +7% | Jul 2025 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 2.66 mg/L | 2.28 | +17% | Jul 2024 | Open |
| Nickel, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 4.46 mg/L | 2.43 | +84% | Jul 2024 | Open |
| Nickel, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 1.54 mg/L | 1.22 | +26% | Jul 2024 | Open |
| Nickel, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 3.67 mg/L | 2.43 | +51% | Jun 2024 | Open |
| Lead, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.20 mg/L | 0.10 | +104% | Jun 2024 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 3.64 mg/L | 2.28 | +60% | Jun 2024 | Open |
| Cadmium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.05 mg/L | 0.04 | +16% | Jun 2024 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 1.50 mg/L | 1.40 | +7% | Feb 2024 | Resolved |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 4.28 mg/L | 2.28 | +88% | Feb 2024 | Resolved |
| Nickel, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 5.52 mg/L | 2.43 | +127% | Jan 2024 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 3.98 mg/L | 2.28 | +75% | Jan 2024 | Resolved |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 2.32 mg/L | 1.40 | +65% | Jan 2024 | Resolved |
| Nickel, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 1.47 mg/L | 1.22 | +21% | Jan 2024 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 2.99 mg/L | 1.40 | +114% | Dec 2023 | Resolved |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 6.00 mg/L | 2.28 | +163% | Dec 2023 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 7.82 mg/L | 2.28 | +243% | Nov 2023 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 5.90 mg/L | 1.40 | +321% | Nov 2023 | Resolved |
| Cyanide, total [as CN] | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.31 mg/L | 0.06 | +417% | Sep 2023 | Open |
| Oil and grease, hexane extr method | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 27.00 mg/L | 25.00 | +8% | Jun 2023 | Open |
| Chromium, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 4.64 mg/L | 2.28 | +104% | Dec 2022 | Open |
Enforcement Actions
Formal enforcement cases brought by the EPA or state agencies, including administrative orders and civil penalties assessed. Penalty amounts reflect what was formally assessed, not necessarily what was collected.
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-015 · Apr 12, 2023
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-014 · Jan 2, 2013
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-013 · May 14, 2012
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-012 · Oct 24, 2008
$1,500
PROPOSED AGREED ORDER (PAO) SENT
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-011 · Aug 27, 2008
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-010 · Aug 26, 2008
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-009 · Apr 28, 2008
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-008 · Apr 5, 2007
$10,200
PROPOSED AGREED ORDER (PAO) SENT
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-007 · Mar 21, 2007
PROPOSED AGREED ORDER (PAO) SENT
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-006 · Mar 1, 2007
PROPOSED AGREED ORDER (PAO) SENT
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-005 · Oct 25, 2006
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-004 · Oct 24, 2006
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-003 · Oct 22, 2003
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-002 · Jun 11, 1999
State Administrative Order of Consent
Clean Water Act
· Case IN-N00002212 · Mar 8, 1999
State Administrative Order of Consent
Clean Water Act
· Case IN-N00002213 · Mar 8, 1999
State Administrative Order of Consent
Clean Water Act
· Case IN-N00002211 · Mar 3, 1999
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND984972893-001 · Jan 28, 1997
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